best baitcasting reel for freshwater fishing Micro 6.7 oz, Smooth Cast – Ultralight Rated Best Baitcast Reel Under $100 by Anglers. AC Baitcasting Reel Saltwater Freshwater

For anglers who want the best all-around baitcasting rod regardless of price, the Okuma X-Series is the top pick

Turning the little reel handle isnt graceful, but quickly retrieving the line adds an element of chaos to the ballet dance with the fish

Technique: Spinning Reel Size: 30 Bearing Count: 4 Gear Ratio: 5.1:1 Reel Handle Position: Right/Left Rod Length: 6'6" Mono Capacity yd/lb: 225/6 175/8 140/10 Braid Capacity yd/lb: 180/10 Drag Material: Oil Felt Max Drag lb: 14lb | 6.3kg Line Rating: 6-12 Rod Power: Medium Lure Rating: 1/4-5/8 Rod Blank Material: Graphit Rod Handle Material: EVA Number of Pieces: 2 Drag Type: Front Drag Guides Including Tip: 7 Guide Type: Stainless Steel * FFL Dealer Name: FFL Dealer Phone: * Address 1: Address 2: * City: * State: * ZIP:

Its absolutely fantastic and I plan on doing a review post on it within the next 2-3 weeks

Consider sizes 1500 to 2000 for small freshwater and inshore saltwater species, 3000 to 5000 for medium freshwater and saltwater species, 5000 to 8000 for surf fishing and heavier bait-fishing duties (such as from a boat in the sea), and 8000 to 10000 for larger fish, including some light-duty pelagic fishing for mahi mahi and small tuna

The hook on the rod is between first and middle fingers